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1. #How to kext utility how to#
2. #How to kext utility for mac os#
3. #How to kext utility for mac#
4. #How to kext utility mac os#
5. #How to kext utility install#

Additionally I don't agree the comment that the Audio Extension route doesn't allow for a simple approach for the user. There is a reason Apple makes an approved method available and also marks the developer documents for writing kexts with the statement of 'Keep Out'. Unfortunately from my view, the risk imposed with the decision insert yourself into the kernel doesn't justify the requirements in this case. I hope this explanation is helpful to you, but again we respect and understand your decision not to use the app given its use of a kext, and I'm sorry to hear you won't be a customer.Paul Middlin Software Architect Snagit/Camtasia for Mac. Within the app store, it makes for an extra step, but much less than the audio units would require. For apps installed outside the app store, they don't even need the additional download. The kext, by comparison, is much more reliable and requires less setup for users.

#How to kext utility how to#

It can be confusing or difficult to set up, and we don't think that most of our users would understand how to do this, or remember to do it reliably. However, you have to go to this effort and adjust those apps to use it. You can, with Audio Extension Units, create what looks like a device to output to from your other apps that we can then record. The reason we went with a kext instead here is that we simply could not record everything that users need to in an easy to set up way. We do of course take our users' security seriously though. Regardless though, your point is still well made that we have used a technology that in the wrong hands could certainly be dangerous. I'm happy to offer up an explanation of why we chose to go the route that we did. Hi Cory, Thank you for your detailed post. You lost sales).Ī response from TechSmith management would be appreciated.

TechSmith lost more respect and integrity points over this issue not to mention SnagIT can't be the recommended go-to App for other Mac users wanting to record screen and audio (e.g. For now I have a workaround using Loopback from Rogue Amoeba (more features, fully implemented with Audio Extension) and the built in Quicktime recording feature in macOS. Fix the problem permanently by properly writing the audio recording portion into a proper Audio Extension and not as a kernel extension. What is promised in the Mac App Store description for the App 2. Be transparent to users that audio recording requires a separate download to make it work vs. When is TechSmith going to fix their mistake by: 1.

#How to kext utility for mac#

Download the latest versions of the best Mac apps at safe and trusted MacUpdate Download, install, or update Kext Helper for Mac from MacUpdate.

#How to kext utility install#

Kext Helper 0.0.7b1 - GUI to install kernel extensions. This is especially true in that you can achieve the same features implementing a compliant solution using Audio Extensions which are fully allowed by Apple and Apps for the Mac App Store. Skirting the issue like this shows a lack of respect for users and Apple with the requirements. I purchase Apps from the Mac App Store because of the strict requirements Apple has in place to ensure the Apps are compliant and not putting my system at risk. My question to TechSmith is: This is not acceptable. While I contacted Apple and they are investing further, they also refunded my purchase.

#How to kext utility mac os#

'Kext' stands for Kernel Extension kext files 'extend' Mac OS X's kernel, the core part of the operating system, by providing additional code to be loaded when your computer boots.

#How to kext utility for mac os#